Climax (클라이맥스)

Police ruled Park Jae Sang's death a homicide and are investigating,

but with no suspects found, the investigation may be prolonged.

Meanwhile, as the truth of the incident has come to light,

the public is calling on the media to reflect on its witch hunt,

and are sending their support to Bang Tae Seop and Chu Sang Ah.

Mr. Bang. I knew you'd pull through. I'm so glad this all worked out.

I couldn't have done it without you, sir.

Gosh, Assemblyman Choi.

- Bang Tae Seop! - Bang Tae Seop!

- Bang Tae Seop! - Bang Tae Seop!

- Bang Tae Seop! - Bang Tae Seop!

("Bang Tae Seop Wins Creation Party Nomination for Dongnam District A")

("Young blood Bang Tae Seop Emerges as New Face of Creation Party")

Hey.

What's with all these bags?

- For you. - What? What's this?

I picked something out for your wife and Ah Rin too.

Thanks for everything.

Don't mention it.

We both know it won't be easy from here on out.

So this is my way of asking you to stick with it.

Thanks.

Here's to more hard work together.

Even though things have calmed down, it'll be tough to land a drama soon.

All those offers we had were pulled.

I know.

I need some time before I'm ready for a series anyway.

I'll just start with a movie and ease back into it.

Right. I was worried they might cancel "Four Seasons,"

but Director Park was insistent on working with you.

In fact, they're the ones who requested today's meeting.

But are you sure about this?

You were hesitant about the script because it's intense and has nudity.

I'm not in a position to be picky right now.

Even if it's a bit explicit, if it's done well,

I think it could be an award-winning film.

That's the spirit. One door closes, another opens. Let's go.

Hold on a second.

Yes, Producer.

We're just about to leave.

Yes.

What?

What are you talking about? How is that even possible?

The production company's stance is...

The thing is, the investor backed out at the last minute.

But if they pull their funding, we can't make the movie.

- Something seems off. - Our hands were tied.

What's going on?

Well...

It's an art film for festivals, so it's not very commercial.

So after funding issues, they found a main investor today.

The investor's one condition

is that they recast the lead.

And even though Director Park told them he was set on you,

the investor threatened to pull their funding entirely.

He says he's sorry.

Who's the investor?

WR.

Director Lee Yang Mi.

Hello.

I'm counting on your support.

- I'm Candidate Two, Bang Tae Seop! - You got this!

Thank you so much.

- Yes, thank you. - Candidate two!

I understand you came from humble beginnings.

Does that give you extra motivation for entering politics?

My bid for office

is about more than just one person born without a silver spoon.

I will give it my all until the very end.

Let's hear it for Bang Tae Seop!

My life is burning brighter and hotter than ever before.

One, two, three!

Will we carry this hope forward to victory?

The choice is in your hands.

Lend me your strength!

- Bang Tae Seop! - Bang Tae Seop!

- Bang Tae Seop! - Change comes from you, the people.

Dongnam District A, choose me, Bang Tae Seop. Thank you!

- Bang Tae Seop! - Bang Tae Seop!

- Bang Tae Seop! - Bang Tae Seop!

You were so amazing up there!

- Hello! - Hello!

You look even better in person.

- Who's that pretty actress? - Chu Sang Ah!

Aren't you Chu Sang Ah's husband?

- That's right. I'm her husband. - I knew it!

- Hello! I hope for your support. - You got it.

It's so nice to meet you all.

I'm counting on your support.

- Park Hong Jip! - Park Hong Jip!

Candidate Park Hong Jip has arrived.

- Park Hong Jip! - Park Hong Jip!

Everyone! I'm Bang Tae Seop, number two on the ballot.

- Park Hong Jip! - Park Hong Jip!

- Park Hong Jip! - Park Hong Jip!

(Park Hong Jip, Leap Forward Party, Dongnam District A)

Our approval ratings haven't budged from the get-go.

What haven't we tried?

Nothing. Officially.

And unofficially?

I think the biggest problem is our lack of financial sponsors.

Actually, I was just about to bring that up.

Apparently, WR isn't happy with you.

It seems Director Lee is putting pressure on the business community.

That must be why everyone we contact is keeping their distance.

We need to rethink our strategy.

Hold off on contacting anyone.

Understood.

I'm so sick and tired of Lee Yang Mi.

That woman took me off a project right when I needed it most.

She wants me to rot without work for the rest of my life.

She's the type who invests in a film she hates just to watch that happen.

How far is she going to take this?

First my movie, and now she's cutting your funding.

She's dead set on seeing us ruined, isn't she?

The war has already started. I'll find a way.

So don't you dare think of giving up on your movie or anything else.

So what's your plan?

My problems aside,

you quit your job at the prosecution and fought so hard to get here.

This is a critical moment for you.

Winning elections is hard without powerful backers.

I need another funding source, fast.

But finding one that's out of WR's reach

is proving difficult.

Why not find a backer who's also an enemy of Lee Yang Mi?

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Mr. Bang.

It's true I need an attack dog to go after Lee Yang Mi,

but why should I bet on you, Candidate Bang?

Lee Yang Mi is taking extreme steps to block my funding.

Doesn't that prove...

I'm a threat to a woman like her?

You've got a point there.

That woman is a bit twisted.

If you cross her once, she'll stop at nothing to crush you.

So, your mother ran a fish shop and your sister, a beauty salon?

Yes, sir.

I'm a classic self-made man. Just like you, sir.

The more people like us get knocked down,

the stronger we bounce back.

We really do have a lot in common. I'm starting to like you.

I'm taking this all the way.

Trust me and invest in my campaign. You won't regret it.

All right, then.

You've heard of Goegangsal, haven't you?

You either hit the jackpot,

or you lose it all. A fate of extreme highs and lows.

I divorced the young, broke man I loved,

and remarried a man who had plenty of money,

but was on the verge of dying.

My life's also been one of extremes, don't you think?

A man with bad karma from his past is reborn as a woman,

and lives a man's life as a woman. That's Goegangsal.

You may be lonely in solitude, but your abilities are exceptional.

Wherever you go, you're destined to lead and become very wealthy.

I'm done with amassing wealth. I need to rest now.

But still,

I have to make a president first.

Shall we get going?

Let's go.

Are you all right?

Let's just get going.

Tell me if it's too much for you.

There it is.

The residence of Son Guk Won. He's the one I've picked out.

What do you think?

In terms of feng shui, does it have the energy to make a president?

Judging by the energy of the land alone,

the timing is fortunate. It can ride the momentum of a soaring dragon,

and rise up to the skies from this very spot.

I know a thing or two about face reading myself.

He has a Wood-Clash-Fire body type. In other words, the face of a viper.

A cold temperament, with dramatic emotional swings.

And if you cross him, he'll strike with venom.

Am I wrong?

No.

According to his saju, a great cycle of national fortune is upon him,

so his political career will thrive, and he'll likely become president.

He really is the whole package.

It's settled. Son Guk Won is our man for the next election.

But there is one problem.

He lacks the blessings of his ancestors.

What's most important in an election is a candidate's ancestral tomb.

An election is a war fought by the ancestors.

If I lack my ancestors' blessing, I'll cut my rival's ancestral ties.

It's how a wretch like me survives, isn't it?

If I can't have it, I'll destroy it.

Let's see.

To sever the rival candidate's energy,

and make Son Guk Won king,

let's determine the criteria for the "tiger cub's" role.

Someone whose saju aligns.

Let's find out who this "tiger cub" is.

Let's begin our search.

Jae Seong... Yes, this has to be it.

I heard they're recasting your role for "Four Seasons."

What are you talking about?

The producer called.

In a meeting with the director, Director Lee Yang Mi